Clarendon County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 8,718.
The median annual property tax in Clarendon County is $848, which is 10% lower than the South Carolina state average and 56% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $147,300. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$848
-10% vs State
-56% vs US
Median Home Value
$147,300
-19% vs State
-30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
+7% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,080
$90/mo
Without Mortgage
$680
$57/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $848 +3.8% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $817 +13.9% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $717 +9.8% | 0.62% |
| 2020 | $653 +3.8% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $629 | 0.62% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,887
per year
Monthly Tax
$71
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Darlington County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.43%
Greenville County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 0.53%
Hampton County
Tax: $826/yr Rate: 0.81%
Dillon County
Tax: $425/yr Rate: 0.50%
Williamsburg County
Tax: $630/yr Rate: 0.66%
Georgetown County
Tax: $1,117/yr Rate: 0.43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clarendon County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clarendon County is $848 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $147,300.
How does Clarendon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clarendon County are 56% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clarendon County? ▼
In Clarendon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,080 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $680. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clarendon County? ▼
Property taxes in Clarendon County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $48,887. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.